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- Page 1 User's G ide Changing Entertainment.
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Page 2: Product Registration
WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove To reduce the risk of fire or cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. electric shock, do not expose Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. this product to rain or moisture. This symbol indicates This symbol indicates "dangerous... -
Page 3: Introduction
Description: The VCR's remote control can operate most brands of TVs with a tew programming steps. This remote control can operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs without any programming at all. Requirements: Point tile remote control at tile active... - Page 4 Timer Recordings TIMER RECORDINGS Description: Your VCR allows you to progranl tip to eight different future Create Program Review Existing Progs. broadcasts to be recorded. You can catch a one-time, daily, or weekly broadcast Plus+ Code to record. Requirements: The VCR's clock must be set correctly. A tape with its sal_ty tab in place and enough tape to record a program nmst be inserted into the VCR.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
@f C@ntents Product Registration ......................Introduction ..........................Key Features Overview ......................Connections & Setup ......................Things to Consider Before Connecting Components ............Cable Considerations ......................Choose Your Connection ...................... Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the VCR to a TV ..........TV + VCR .......................... - Page 6 ........................Cleaning the VCR ........................ Front Panel .......................... Display Panel ........................Back Panel ..........................RCA VCR Limited Warranty ....................How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel ..............Advanced Connection ......................TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver ..................Glossary ..........................
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Page 7: Connections & Setup
Connections 8t Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before Connecting • Cable Considerations • Making the Connection • Navigating On-Screen Menus • Completing the QuickSet Guide • Basic Recording Changing Entertainment. Agai... -
Page 8: Things To Consider Before Connecting Components
C@nnect @ns Setup Things to Consider Before Connecting Components Protect Components From Power Surges • Conn.,or all components bdore plugging any power cords into the, wall outld. • Always turn off the TV and other components befbre you connect or disconnect any cables. -
Page 9: Choose Your Connection
C@nnect @ns Setup Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the The picture on the next page shows the RF coaxial cable supplied with your V('P,. VCR to a TV This will l)e the cable used tor the basic connections represented in this chapter. -
Page 10: Tv + Vcr
C@nnect @ns Setup TV (back panel) CABLE/ FromCable 0rAntenna TV + VCR Note: Your television back panel may not look exactly like the model shown here. Connect the VCR to the TV Connect one end ot the supplied RF coaxial cable to the OUT TO TV jack on the l)ack of the \ CR and the other end to the TV's Antenna... -
Page 11: Tv + Vcr + Satellite Receiver
C@nnect @ns Setup SATELLITE RECEIVER IN FROMANT SATELLITE VIDEO From Cable From orTVAntenna Satellile TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver Note: Your television and satellite receiver back panel may not look exactly like the models shown here. Connect the VCR to the TV Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial... - Page 12 C@nnect @ns Setu@ CABLEBOX IN FROMANT From CaMe Feed TV + VCR + Cable Box Note: Your television and cable box back panel may not took exactly like the models shown here. Connect the VCR to the TV Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the OIT TO TV jack on the back of the VCR and the other end to the TVs Antenna input jack.
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Page 13: Set The Vcr's Ch 3/4 Switch
Turn on the TV and VCR Turn on tile TV and press the \ CR button on tile remote control to turn it on. Note: If you have an RCA, GE, or Proscan TV, your VCR's remote control may be able to operate it without being programmed. -
Page 14: Using The Remote Control To Navigate On-Screen Menus
C@nnect @ns Setup Using the Remote Control to Navigate On-Screen Menus The technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through the on-screen menus. The theory is the same tk)r all tile menu screens; use tile corresponding number button on tile remote control select it. -
Page 15: Vcr Basics
C@nnect:@ns Setup VCR Basics Once your initial settings are complete, you can begin using your VCtL In order to begin, first understand some basic concepts. :::List Playing a Tape Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (0?), 04, or the vide() line inpu0. Insert a tape in the VCR. - Page 16 This page left blank intentionally...
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Page 17: Using The Vcr's Menu System
Using the VCR's Menu System Chapter Overview: • Setting Up the VCR's Preferences • Using On-Screen Menus • Cable Box Setup • Setting Time and Date • Setting VCR Preferences Changing Entertainment. -
Page 18: Using On-Screen Menus To Set Up Features
Using OnoSCreen Using On-Screen Menus to Set Up Features YOu set up many of the VCR's teatures by using the menu system as discussed in the previous section. Each lioature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this section as well as a [i.w other I>atures you should set up to get tile most out ot your VCt/. -
Page 19: Vcr Channels List
OnoNCreen enus Select of the three choices. It 'ALL Channels" is selected, enter CABLE SETUP output channel of tile cable box (usually 03 or 04), or if A/V jacks connect your cable tile VCR to tile TV, press tile INP[T button on tile VCR's remote control. -
Page 20: Changing The Signal Type
Using OnoSCreen Changing the Signal Type This teature is usetul il your cable signal goes out; it allows you to switch to a regular antenna Ik)r alternate television receptinn. Press the MEN[ button to display the VCRMAINMt_%'7_ Press the 4 button to choose CIIA_%%qSLS. -
Page 21: Time And Date
OnoSCreen enus Time and Date Your VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date; manually or by using the Auto Clock Set [_ature. l_sing Auto Clock Set enables the time to be updated each time the VCR is turned ol] by using time and date inlk)rmation carried in certain broadcast signals. -
Page 22: Setting Daylight-Saving Time
Using OnoSCreen Setting Daylight-Saving Time Press MENU to display the VCR MA13,_MENU. Press 3 lo choose 2IMtL Press 4 to choose SET1)AYLIC_FI'SAV13,*(d. Select the appropriate option. DAYLIGHT SAVING Notes: DST stands for Daylight-Saving Time, area Does your observe Daylight Saving Time If you choose Automatic for the time zone, the VCRsets the clock using any from... -
Page 23: Remote Vcr1Ncr2 Option
Some unfversal remote controls have butlons labeled VCR1 and VCR2. These remotes can operate kip lo two VCRs. If you have a universal remole control with this ability, your RCA VCR can be controlled with either tile VCR1 or VCR2 button. See the documentation lhat came with your universal remole control t_>rdetails about progranm_ing it lo control your RCA VCR. -
Page 24: Energysaver
Using OnoSCreen EnergySaver PREFERENCES Remote Control: VCRI Auto Play: By del_tult, lhe VCR automatically turns off atier two hours of inactivity. This can Auto TV/VCR: be changed in tile I)RFd_ERt'_)_iCES menu by pressing lhe 4 bullon repeatedly EnergySaver: 2:00 Front Panel: BRIGHT change the time delay or to disable the l>ature altogether. -
Page 25: Set Auto Repeat
OnoSCreen enus Set Auto Repeat AUTO REPEAT A tape can be set to play the same segment over and over in a repeating loop length time want tape with the Set Auto Repeat fl,ature. Set Auto Repeat uses the VCR's memory play a repeating loop... - Page 26 This page left blank intentionally...
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Page 27: Using The Remote Control
Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: • Buttons on the Remote Control • Programming the Remote Control to Operate Other • Using a Programmed Remote Control Changing Entertainment. -
Page 28: Using The Remote Control
The remote conlrol is capable of controlling more than just your VCR. If you have compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan TV, you may be able to control it without having to program tile remotu. If you have another brand of TV, your VCR's remotu control may be able to operate it once it has been programmed. -
Page 29: Using The Input Button
Reduces picture "jitler" during play-pause mode. Puts the remote control in TV-operating mode. This bulion will automatically mrn on most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs, TV/VCR _R)ggles the VCR between TV and VCR-viewing modes. Puts the remote control in VCR-operating *node. -
Page 30: Operating A Tv With The Vcr's Remote Control
TV buNon (this puts lhe remote control ink) TV operating mode and should automatically turn on most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs). Press tile remote conlrol's ON • OFF button lo see if the TV responds to tile command. If not, tile remol_"... - Page 31 ........Electrohome ......06,12 Quasar ........Emerson ........Radio Shack ....01, 05, 13 Envision ......05, 06 RCA ........ 01, 06, 12 Fisher ........05, 08 Realistic ........GE ......00, 01, 06, 11 Sampo ........Goldstar ....... 06,12 Samsung ......
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Page 33: Using The Vcr's Features
Using the VCR's Features Chapter Overview: • Recording • Express Recording (XPR) • Program Express • Timer Recordings • Using the VCR Plus+ SILVER System • Copying and Editing Tapes Changing Entertainment. Agai... -
Page 34: Recording Features
Features Recording Features Your VCR provides many ways to capture programming: 1. Recording lets you press one button to record a program. 2. Express Recording (XPR) allows recording to start while a program is being watched. This l)ature automatically stops recording after a designated period of time. -
Page 35: Timer Recording
Features Timer Recording You can program up to eight diflbrent broadcasts to be recorded. Notes- In order for a timer recording to work: TIMER RECORDINGS • The VCR's clock must be set correctly. Create Program • Insert a tape with its safety tab in place and enough tape to record Review Existing Progs. -
Page 36: Vcr Plus+ Silver System
Features VCR Plus+ SILVER System The VCR Plus+ SILVER system makes VCR set up easier by setting and updating the clock and channel list t_)r you automatically. During the first-time QuickSet Guide setup, the VCR prompts you to enter your zip code. Soon al_er, the VCR clock will set itself and your VCR Plus+ syst_,m channel list will be input 12>r you. -
Page 37: Mapping Vcr Plus+ Channels Manually
Features Mapping VCR Plus+ Channels Manually Using the VCR Plus+ SILVERsystem can make taping timer recordings l_n_cable or off-air antenna easier. If your VCR Plus+ SILVERsystem setup t;ailed during the QuickSet, then you will need to map the channels lkn"your local service manually. A worksheet and abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U.S. - Page 38 Features Two-Digit VCR Plus+ System Two-Digit VCR Plus+ System Channel Numbers Channel Numbers (CanadianList) Cable TV (USA List) Cable TV 35 ....American Movie Classics 67 ....Allarcom Pay "Iidevision/ 39 ......Arts &-Enlertainmen! Supewhannel 57 ......Black Enlertainment 44 ......Arts &...
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Page 39: Vcr Plus+ System Worksheet
Features VCR Plus+ System Worksheet Broadcast Channel Number VCR Plus+ System You Receive file Cable-TV Channel Number** Station Name Station ESPN *Check your local or cable listings for the channel number _ou receive this station on. **Check your total listings for broadcast or VCRPlus+ channel number assigned. -
Page 40: Copying And Editing Tapes Using Two Vcrs
Features Copying and Editing Tapes Using Two VCRs Caution: [se one VCR as the plc{FhaclaVCR and the other as the rt,cording VCR. Turn on the TV and VCRs. The unauthorized recording satellite broadcasts, television Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 03, 04, or the video line programs, or other copyrighted input). -
Page 41: Slow Motion
Features Slow Motion You can view a tape during play or play-pause mode using slow motion. In pausv mode, press the FORWARD or REVERSE bunon to start slow-motion playback. Press the FORWARD buuon to increase search speed or the REVERSE button to decrease search speed. -
Page 42: Go-To Search
Features Press FORWARD (FWD) to search forward or REVERSE (REV) to search in INDEX SEARCH reverse. The VCR will locate your index mark and begin playback. If you Searching did not enter a specific index number, the VCR will locate the nexl index index marks... -
Page 43: Tracking
Features Tracking Your VCR has automatic tracking which removes streaks and "noise" l_comthe picture. Automatic tracking is actival*.d when you insert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on a diff'.rent VCR. -
Page 44: On-Screen Displays
Features On-Screen Displays Stop 0:30:00 The INFO button displays the status of the VCR (Stop, Play Record, etc.) as well as the channel number, time counter position, dal% time, and tape speed on the TV screen. Note: The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. 11/18/00 01:30PM Press the INFO butlon to show the on-screen... -
Page 45: Other Information
Other Information Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Specifications • Care and Cleaning • Front, Rear, and Display Panel Diagram • Warranty Information • Finding the TV's Video Line Input • Glossary • Index Changing Entertainment. Agai... -
Page 46: Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips In this section, you will find answers to common recording, playback, and general VCR questions. Consulting with this section first when there is problem may help you answer common questions. General VCR Problems No power • Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating ()tltl('t. -
Page 47: Recording Problems
Recording Problems Will not record • Check to make sun, there is a tape in the VCR. • "Fryejecting and reins(,rting lh(, cassette. • Check to make sure tile tape is not broken, • Check to make sure tile VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback. •... - Page 48 Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes • The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape, When an unrecorded segment of tape is encounl_,red, tile time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again.
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Page 49: Specifications
Specifications Format: Video: 4-head Record/Playback Audio: VHS Mono record/playback sysl_.m System: EIA standard: NTSC color Video Signal System: 75-ohm external VHFiUHF combined Antenna: antenna terminal Tuner: 1SA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) AutoProgramming I)cequency synthesis Type:... -
Page 50: Front Panel
Front Panel CHANNEL,TRACKING and Up (A) and Down (V) Selects next higher or lower channel in tile VCRs channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. F_glD Fast-tk)rwards tile tape when the VCR is in stop mode. Searches tile picture tk)rward during playback. -
Page 51: Display Panel
Display Panel Clock/Counter Displays current time, time counter, tape speed, or channel numbers when switching channels. FUNCTION DISPLAYS: dn& (Down and Load) Front panel display alternates between these two words when time data is being downloaded. REC (Recording indicator) "llle VCR is recording. REC flashes on the flcont panel display when a recording paused. -
Page 52: Back Panel
ANT IN RF OUT Back Panel ANT. IN jack Receives an antenna or cable system signal when tile VCR is attached using RF coaxial cables. AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks Receives signals from another component (such as a VCR or camcorder) when connected to these jacks. -
Page 53: Rca Vcr Limited Warranty
RCA VCR Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: Any def_,ct in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: 90 days fi)r labor charg('s. One year fi)r parts. warranty period tk)r rental units begins with first rental or 45 days... -
Page 54: How To Find Your Tv's Video Input Channel
The video line input R>rTVs varies by brand and model. I3elow are some steps to try to find your TV's video line input: • If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or Proscan, press tile TV bulton on tile VCR's remote control, then press tile INPUT buuon. REVERSE... -
Page 55: Advanced Connection
Advanced Connection TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver • Cables: A/V and RF Coaxial Note: Your satellite receiver and television back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. This connection can also be used for a cable box. Connect the VCR to the TV Connect... -
Page 56: Glossary
Glossary A/V Jacks & Cables Commonly called "RCA-type" cables. Improves picture and sound quality over RF Coaxial cables. EnergySaver Automatically turns the VCR off at:t_,ra user-defined period of inactivity. Express Recording (XPR) A method of timer recording which tapes l_r a set period of time using 30-minute, increments. -
Page 57: Index
ON*OFF button ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen EJECT button EnergySaver l)ature On-screen displays Express P,ecnrding (XPP,) 1, 32 Overheating AUDIO IN jacks Audio/Video (A/V) jacks 17, 5(} Auto channel search Auto clock t)ature Auto play t_ature 13, 21 F, ADV butlon PAI_SE buuon 13, 27, 38, 39 Auto TV/VCR t_aRlre... - Page 58 TILACKING butlons SEARCH button 13, 27, 39, 41, 48 Set up auto play tk,ature 21 3koubleshooting aulo TV/VCR l_'ature 21 TV button 27, 52 cable box TV-VCR butlon Daylighl-saving TV's vide() input channel l_ont panel language feature PREFERENCES menu tape speed lbature time and dale.
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- Page 60 Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. Thomson multimedia Inc. 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 02001 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.